Following the launch of Toyota Vellfire and Alphard, UMW Toyota (UMWT) has introduced yet another grey market favourite, the Toyota Harrier. Not only that, UMWT has brought in the facelifted turbocharged variant that was just unveiled in Japan earlier in the year!

There will be two variants of the Harrier Turbo available: Premium and Luxury, both priced at RM238,000 and RM259,900, respectively (OTR without insurance). Just about the same asking price of a parallel importer. Feeling compelled yet?

QUICK FACTS

Name

Toyota Harrier 2.0T Premium

Toyota Harrier 2.0T Luxury

Engine

1,998cc; 4-cylinder twin-scroll turbocharged VVT-Iw

Transmission

6-speed automatic with Super ECT

Max Power

228 hp @ 5,200 – 5,600 rpm

Max Torque

350 Nm @ 1,650 – 4,000 rpm

Price (OTR without insurance)

RM238,000

RM259,900

EXTERIOR

Both variants of the Harrier are of the facelift model and are identically spec-ed. As standard, both the Premium and Luxury get automatic bi-LED headlamps sequential turn signal and LED daytime running lights, LED cornering lights, LED rear combination lights, fog lamps, chrome side trim and 18-inch alloys wrapped in 235/55 profile tyres.

The only tell-tale sign that this is the most powerful Harrier is the subtle Turbo badge at the tailgate. Thanks to the facelift exercise, the Harrier has been updated with a new front grille with the iconic Hawk emblem and new alloy wheel design.

Motivation comes from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine paired to a six-speed automatic transmission pushing out 228 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Drive is sent exclusively to the front wheels. The turbocharged Harrier also gets Performance Dampers that reduces body roll and improve straight line and cornering stability. It also gets a Sports Mode button that sharpens the throttle and steering response.

SAFETY

As standard, both variants are equipped with seven-airbags, ABS with BA, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), hill-start assist control (HAC), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) as well as front and rear parking sensors. Besides that, Malaysians will also enjoy Toyota Safety Sense System (TSSS) on both Harriers – Pre-crash system, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control and Adaptive High Beam.

WHAT ELSE?

As with all vehicles sold by UMWT, the Toyota Harrier comes with a 5-Years unlimited warranty package and guarantee of parts and aftersales service. Order books for the Harrier are now open and deliveries are scheduled for early-2018.